1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 661 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XK | Savana |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |